course descriptions
 

           
     

Course Details

EMS 150   Emergency Vehicles & EMS Communication
   
Lecture: 01 Lab: 03
Clinical:  00 Credit: 02
   
Components:  None
Prerequisites: None
Corequisites:   None
   
This course examines the principles governing emergency vehicles, maintenance of emergency vehicles, and EMS communication equipment and is required for paramedic certification. Topics include applicable motor vehicle laws affecting emergency vehicle operation, defensive driving, collision avoidance techniques, communication systems, and information management systems. Upon completion, students should have a basic knowledge of emergency vehicles, maintenance, and communication needs.